Proposed USDA Regulation Comment Period Extended Until August 15

Proposed USDA Regulation Comment Period Extended Until August 15

Proposed USDA Regulation Comment Period Extended Until August 15

http://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=4697
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA)/Animal Plant Health and Inspection Service (APHIS) announced today that the comment period on the proposed regulations regarding “Retail Pet Stores and Licensing Exemptions” has been extended until August 15, 2012. We encourage any concerned dog owners who have not yet signed the AKC petition and/or submitted comments about this problematic proposal to take advantage of this extra time to do so.
Background:
This important proposal would require all who own more than four “breeding females” and sell even one animal “sight unseen” to be regulated as a commercial breeder and be subject to federal commercial breeder licensing, regulation and inspections. The term “breeding female” is not defined, so it is unclear how USDA or even breeders themselves would determine who falls under these regulations. The term also includes multiple species (including cats, dogs, and other small mammals).
The AKC believes that the USDA’s “one size fits all” regulations are not in the best interest of all dogs, responsible breeders, or puppy buyers. It is unreasonable and virtually impossible for many small hobby breeders to comply with the strict kennel engineering standards that were designed for large commercial operations.
Visit AKC’s USDA/APHIS Regulations Resource Page for more information on this proposal, including frequently asked questions, a fact sheet from APHIS, an educational handout and other resources.
How You Can Help:
• Sign the AKC’s Petition – If you have not already done so, visit www.akc.org/petition and join the tens of thousands who have signed our online petition in support of responsible breeders. The new petition signature deadline is August 13.

• Submit Comments Directly to the USDA’s Animal Plant and Health Inspection Service (APHIS) – You may submit comments online by clicking on:

Both actions are important in helping send a strong, clear message to APHIS on this issue. The petition, which will be submitted with the AKC’s formal comments to the USDA, will demonstrate the immense number of people who are concerned about this issue, and direct comments will help educate on exactly how this proposal will impact responsible breeders, dog owners, and puppy buyers.
AKC Government Relations (AKC GR) will provide more information as it becomes available. For more information, visit AKC’s USDA/APHIS Regulations Resource Page. Further questions may be directed to AKC GR at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org.

Bitches are in heat for 21 to 28 days that length of time iuvndidial to the dog. The frequency of the heat period is also iuvndidial, with the average time being every six months, but some bitches have a four month schedule and some an 8 month schedule.Most vets will recommend that you wait until after her first time in heat to breed females. And some will tell you she is too immature physically and mentally for breeding until two years of age. Check with your vet on that, and make sure she stays in the best health possible. Time of year isn't really important if she is an inside dog. That way, you don't have to worry about how hot she is, or how cold she is, and you can keep her more comfortable. Theres not mych you can do to prepare her for it, but it IS important to socialize her with other dogs so she won't be frightened when the male comes to breed with her. Even take some time finding the male and get them together when she is not in heat, so they know one another. Picking the best match depends on what you want of the puppies. If she is purebred, and registered, and you want the puppies to be papered, you should choose a male that is also registered, and is current on his shots. Pick a "doggie parent" as responsible with their dog as you are. Look for a male that is close in size to Shea, so you can guess the size of the puppies. And just do the research you need on the male.Finding a stud by running ads, or posting at your vets office is a good place to start. Talk to your vet and your friends about what you are looking for, word of mouth travels fast. And be patient. It may take some time to get what you are looking for, and it may not take the first few times. You'll need to get Shea and her "boyfriend" together a few times while she is in heat to make sure that she becomes pregnant. Just like people, some dogs are just incompatible, and it doesn't always work the first time. And keep a close watch on her while she's in heat and outside, neighbor dogs will smell her and you wan't be able to keep them away!Good Luck to you, and Shea!References : I probably should have mentioned before that i dont own a min-pin, but my mother was a poodle breeder, and my ex-husband and I breed Labradors.

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